Branch Finance & Tax Specialist

In this role you will manage end-to-end accounting and tax processes for the Branch, coordinating with HQ and local teams. You will ensure VAT compliance, intercompany and intra-branch flows, and support month-, quarter-, and year-end closings. You will liaise with IT and shared services on SAP configurations and drive process improvements. This is a multinational setting with exposure to VAT and accounting across borders, offering a chance to influence financial controls and workflows.

• End-to-end supervision of general and analytical accounting for the Branch
• Record and validate invoices with correct VAT numbers and configurations
• Perform bank reconciliations, intercompany reconciliations, and balance sheet controls
• Assist month-, quarter-, and year-end closing with HQ Administration
• Manage intra-branch and intra-EU goods flow documentation (shipping docs, proof of transport)
• Lead tax compliance as first-line owner, ensuring accuracy and audit readiness
• Prepare local VAT returns and Intrastat declarations
• Monitor deadlines and implement internal controls for compliance
• Coordinate with IT and shared services for SAP configurations related to accounting and tax processes
• Coordinate information flow between operational and financial functions
• Oversee payment processes ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Prepare and analyze periodic financial and tax reporting for Administration and Tax
• Perform variance analysis and monitor Branch KPIs
• Identify and support process improvements and internal control enhancements
• Degree in Economics, Accounting, Business Administration, or equivalent
• 3-5 years of accounting or tax experience, preferably multinational or Big Four
• Solid knowledge of SAP
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Good command of written and spoken English
• Proactive problem solving
• Clear communication
• SAP
• Excel
• VAT and Intrastat compliance

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